West Virginia justice warns abuse was rampant in state
Princeton Supreme Court Justice Robin Davis told the Mercer County Domestic Violence Task Force that domestic violence and family abuse are rampant across West Virginia. She urged ongoing, focused work and noted the 2000 Family Law ballot proposal could speed court action. Plans discussed fundraising for Pam's Place to move and upgrade a house to meet code, with a $30,000 goal for basement, offices, and rooms.
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US Air to add Colgan Air on Beckley Bluefield route
Colgan Air will join the US Airways Express network linking Beckley and Bluefield to the US Air system at Dulles. Mercer County Airport Manager John Gilley said the arrangement aims to improve service and lower fares while expanding regional access through US Air.
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Internet delays anger Mercer County school leaders
Mercer County schools face slow Internet as officials criticize inequitable costs. Superintendent Deborah Akers told the Bluefield Rotary Club that Mercer faces a $1700 per school upgrade versus $400 for other counties due to a different phone company. She has written to Gov. Cecil Underwood and School Superintendent Hank Marockie and may seek public support if no relief is found. Mercer leads the state in computer usage per student.
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States Compare In Student Computer Ratios Nationwide
Shared desktop distribution shows varying access with roughly one computer per six students after rounding. The survey aggregates state results to reveal how schools allocate devices and classroom tech across the country, highlighting notable gaps and regional trends.
Disabled man sues DNA over hunting rights in West Virginia
Robert L. Blankenship, a 46 year old amputee from Princeton who uses a wheelchair or crutches, sues the Division of Natural Resources for alleged disability discrimination over Class Q hunting permits. The suit, filed by attorney Jay Williams, calls for a jury trial in Mercer County Circuit Court on March 23, 2000.
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West Virginia
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DNA
Social Security to mail updated statements to 125 million
Washington AP says starting Oct 1, 125 million working Americans will receive annual Social Security statements by mail. The letters show prior payments and projected benefits, aiming to boost retirement planning. Printing firm Commercial Data Center Inc. will handle 40 000 pounds of mail daily, delivering batches of 500 000.
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Commercial Data Center Inc
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Ohio
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